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Wayne Gretzky Predicts 2025 Stanley Cup Final Matchup

After an action-packed NHL regular season, all eyes have shifted to the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs. First-round action began on Saturday night with the St.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / NHL on ClutchPoints / April 16

Leafs’ Auston Matthews joins exclusive Wayne Gretzky club after 400th goal

Auston Matthews is officially a member of the 400 club. The Toronto Maple Leafs superstar sealed a 4-0 victory over the Buffalo Sabres at KeyBank Center on Tuesday night, potting an empty netter late in the final frame.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / April 12

Which storied NHL record will be the next to fall?

So long, 894 goals. It happened. The Washington Capitals‘ Alex Ovechkin topped Wayne Gretzky’s record last week, scoring career goal No. 895. One of hockey’s most heralded milestones has fallen. Suddenly, it feels like the most pie-in-the-sky records are within reach.

Leon Draisaitl News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Goal leaders from each NHL season since 1990' quiz

How many of the yearly leaders in NHL goals since the 1990-91 season can you name in five minutes?

The '60+ goals in an NHL season' quiz

The 'NHL players with multiple Hart Trophies' quiz

The 'NHL active points leaders' quiz

Edmonton Oilers News / Athlon Sports / April 11

Connor McDavid's Oilers History vs. Sharks Will Catch Wayne Gretzky's Attention

The Edmonton Oilers hosted the San Jose Sharks on Friday at Rogers Place, looking to snap a two-game skid. They came into the night trailing the Los Angeles Kings by four points in the standings, with both teams having just four games left before the NHL playoffs.

NHL News / Oilersnation / April 10

Throwback Thursday: The Oilers and Kings in the playoffs in the 1980s and 1990s

While the Edmonton Oilers’ first-round matchup isn’t set in stone, it’s more than likely going to be the Los Angeles Kings. It will be the fourth consecutive postseason where the two teams have met in the first round, but there may be a twist this time.

Washington Capitals News / Blade of Steel / April 9

Old Clip Resurfaces of Capitals Announcers Mocking Idea of Ovechkin Passing Gretzky's Goal Record

An old clip featuring Capitals announcers mocking the idea of Alex Ovechkin passing Wayne Gretzky's goal record one day surfaced, dating from his rookie season.

Washington Capitals News / NHL Trade Talk / April 8

Ovechkin Rookie Cards Soar After Breaking Gretzky’s Goal Record

Alex Ovechkin’s historic 895th NHL goal on April 6 against the New York Islanders didn’t just make history — it dramatically impacted the trading card world.

Tampa Bay Lightning News / Athlon Sports / April 8

Lightning Star Nikita Kucherov Enters Wayne Gretzky Territory After Historic Game

Tampa Bay Lightning forward Nikita Kucherov made NHL history Monday night in the Bolts' 5–1 win over the New York Rangers, entering "rarefied air" among NHL greats.

Washington Capitals News / Daily Faceoff / April 7

The NHL doesn’t need to rename awards – but what about adding new ones?

As one of the NHL’s greatest records is broken, some wonder if renaming some of its awards to more modern names might be something the league pursues.

Edmonton Oilers News / Breakaway on SI / April 7

Oilers' Connor McDavid Could Break Wayne Gretzky Record

Wayne Gretzky retired from the NHL in 1999 statistically as the greatest player to ever lace a pair of skates. When the Great One officially called it a career, he held numerous records that seemed unbreakable.

Entertainment News / TV Insider / April 7

Pat Sajak & Daughter Maggie Hang Out With Wayne Gretzky at NHL Game

Maggie Sajak has shared a photo with two people fans called “the greatest of all time.” The Wheel of Fortune social media correspondent attended an NHL game on Sunday, April 6, with her dad and hockey legend Wayne Gretzky.

Washington Capitals News / House of Hockey / April 9

Gary Bettman Officially Considering Major Rule Change After Alex Ovechkin Broke Wayne Gretzky's Record

One key rule in the NHL's CBA is that owners won't give their players benefits outside a salary, but after Alexander Ovechkin made history, Gary Bettman may change that.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / April 7

NHL 2024-25 Power Rankings: Week 24

They say that all records are meant to be broken, and this week the NHL world saw one of the biggest changes to the record books in recent memory. While

Washington Capitals News / Oilersnation / April 6

Alex Ovechkin breaks Wayne Gretzky’s goal scoring record

A National Hockey League record many thought would stand the test of time has fallen 11,337 days after it was broken. Alexander Ovechkin has now become

Washington Capitals News / Larry Brown Sports / April 7

Wayne Gretzky followed through on his promise to Alex Ovechkin

Wayne Gretzky was on hand as Alex Ovechkin broke his all-time record by scoring his 895th career goal on Sunday. That was not the only pledge Gretzky followed through on, either.

Watch: Alex Ovechkin passes Wayne Gretzky for most NHL goals

The 23 NHL players who have scored 60+ goals in one season

The 'Most 30-goal NHL seasons' quiz

Washington Capitals News / Daily Faceoff / April 6

‘Records are meant to be broken, but I’m not sure who will get more goals than that’: Gretzky on Ovechkin’s 895th goal

Alex Ovechkin is finally the all-time leading goal scorer after getting his 895th career goal on Sunday against the New York Islanders, surpassing NHL great Wayne Gretzky.

Washington Capitals News / Canucksarmy / April 6

NHL Notebook: Alexander Ovechkin breaks Wayne Gretzky’s NHL goal scoring record

Well, hockey fans, it’s officially happened. We have witnessed one of Wayne Gretzky’s records finally get broken. And it happened on Sunday morning when

Washington Capitals News / The Hockey Writers / April 6

Alex Ovechkin Breaks Wayne Gretzky’s Goals Record

Alex Ovechkin of the Washington Capitals scored a power-play goal against the New York Islanders with 12:34 left in the second period to get career goal number 895 and surpass Wayne Gretzky as the NHL’s all-time leading scorer.

Washington Capitals News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 6

Capitals star Alex Ovechkin breaks all-time goals record

With his 895th career goal Sunday against the New York Islanders, Ovechkin has surpassed Wayne Gretzky and is now the NHL’s all-time leading goal-scorer.

Wayne Gretzky, Alex Ovechkin combined for great photo after tying goal

Ice legends: Alex Ovechkin, Wayne Gretzky had different paths to 894

Which players have the most points in NHL postseason history?

The 'Active NHL skaters with 1,000 games played' quiz

Washington Capitals News / Larry Brown Sports / April 5

Wayne Gretzky, Alex Ovechkin combined for great photo after tying goal

Wayne Gretzky and Alex Ovechkin combined for a great photo to celebrate the Washington Capitals star tying “The Great One” on the career goals list. Ovechkin on Friday scored two goals to give his Capitals a 5-3 win over the Chicago Blackhawks.

Washington Capitals News / Field Level Media / April 5

Ice legends: Alex Ovechkin, Wayne Gretzky had different paths to 894

Alex Ovechkin of the Washington Capitals has finally caught up to Wayne Gretzky, tying him for the most goals scored in an NHL career. While they each have 894 goals, the eras in which they played were far from equal.

Washington Capitals News / Larry Brown Sports / April 5

Wayne Gretzky wants to be there when Alex Ovechkin breaks record

Wayne Gretzky explains why he wants to be there when Alex Ovechkin breaks record

Gretzky loves hockey and has been a great ambassador for the sport and for the NHL.

Watch: Alex Ovechkin ties Wayne Gretzky for most NHL goals all-time

Alex Ovechkin reveals why he purposely didn't break goals record vs. Blackhawks

Maple Leafs players, Berube reflect on Alex Ovechkin tying Wayne Gretzky’s all-time goal record

The 23 NHL players who have scored 60+ goals in one season

The 'Most 30-goal NHL seasons' quiz

Washington Capitals News / Athlon Sports / April 5

Wayne Gretzky 'Felt Bad' About Capitals' Empty-Net Goal on Friday

Washington Capitals rookie Ryan Leonard made his debut on Tuesday and only had to wait three days to score his first NHL goal, and Wayne Gretzky had a problem with that.

Washington Capitals News / NHL Trade Talk / April 5

Ovechkin Ties Gretzky’s Record, Shoots Down Offer from Coach

History was made in Washington on Saturday night as Alex Ovechkin scored his 894th career goal, which ties Wayne Gretzky for the most goals in NHL history.

Washington Capitals News / The Hockey Writers / April 4

Alex Ovechkin Scores Goal No. 894, Tying Wayne Gretzky’s Record

Alex Ovechkin’s second goal of the game against the Chicago Blackhawks tonight (April 4) tied Wayne Gretzky for the most goals in the NHL’s history. His 893rd career goal came with just under four minutes gone in the first period.

Pittsburgh Penguins News / Yardbarker / March 27

Penguins' Sidney Crosby breaks impressive Wayne Gretzky record

Sidney Crosby continues to set the standard.

Watch: Alexander Ovechkin scores goal No. 889 vs. Jets

The 23 NHL players who have scored 60+ goals in one season

The 'NHL all-time assist leaders' quiz

NHL News / Yardbarker / March 24

Sidney Crosby getting closer to breaking Wayne Gretzky record

Sidney Crosby, even at 37 years old, remains one of the league's best players and is closing in on a milestone that would have him break a longstanding Wayne Gretzky record.

Watch: Bruins, Kings goalies tried to fight before officials stopped them

Will Boston move on from HC?

Blue Jackets have some needed reinforcements on the way

Back-to-back-to-back Stanley Cup champion announces NHL retirement

T.J. Hughes, Karsen Dorwart among NCAA free agents to keep an eye on

Wisconsin women's hockey takes national title in OT win over Ohio State

Edmonton Oilers News / Yardbarker / March 14

Connor McDavid joins Wayne Gretzky on illustrious short list

Connor McDavid just continues to follow in the footsteps of Edmonton Oilers great and Hockey Hall of Famer Wayne Gretzky's legacy.

Watch: Linus Ullmark helps crush Bruins' playoff hopes with unreal save

Five NHL teams with the best chance to win Stanley Cup

Craig Berube has jaw-dropping comments on Maple Leafs, entire NHL

Rangers winger sidelined indefinitely with upper-body injury

Devils expect key defenseman to miss rest of regular season

Jonathan Toews reveals his feelings on Blackhawks prior to NHL return

NHL News / Yardbarker / March 5

Watch: Alex Ovechkin inches closer to Wayne Gretzky's record

Watch: Alex Ovechkin's power-play goal vs. Rangers brings him closer to history

It won't be long now. Alexander Ovechkin notched the 885th goal of his career on Wednesday, leaving him 10 away from breaking Hockey Hall of Famer Wayne Gretzky's all-time record (894).

Capitals' Alex Ovechkin to use goal record chase to fundraise for good cause

Every Hart Trophy winner of the NHL's Expansion Era

The 'Most 30-goal NHL seasons' quiz